Today's Mishnah Yomi
Shabbos 13:4 - 13:5
The Mishnah Yomi for Friday, September 22, 2028 is Shabbos 13:4 - 13:5
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Shabbos Perek 13 Mishnah 4
שבת פרק י"ג משנה ד׳
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המלבן. את הצמר, והמנפצו והצובעו והטווה ממנו, שהן כולן אבות מלאכות, שיעורן כדי שיטוה מאותו הצמר חוט ארוך כמלא רוחב הסיט כפול. והסיט הוא כדי הפסק שיש בין אמה לאצבע כל מה שיוכל אדם להרחיבו, וכשיעור הריוח הזה שתי פעמים הוא הסיט כפול. וריוח שבין גודל לאצבע פעם אחת הוא ג״כ כמלא רוחב הסיט כפול, מפני שיש בו כפלים כאותו שיש בין אמה לאצבע:
האורג שני חוטין. שיעורן ברוחב הבגד כמלא הסיט, שאע״פ שלא ארגן על פני כל רוחב הבגד חייב:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Shabbos Perek 13 Mishnah 5
שבת פרק י"ג משנה ה׳
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הצד צפור – until he brought It into the turret/tower (i.e., trap) of wood “Armariav” in the foreign language, he is liable for this is hunting, but if he brought it into the house, it is not hunted through this.
But a deer is hunted when from he brought it into the house and locked the door before it, but not if he brought it into a garden or courtyard – as this is not hunting.
ולביברין - an enclosed space [usually outside of a settlement] surrounded by a wall when we bring into it wildlife and they are guarded there.
כל המחוסר צידה – that it is difficult to capture it there, such as the case where it does not approach him with one bending when he bends to catch it, but the Halakha is according to Rabban Shimon ben Gamaliel [who explains] the matter of the Rabbis.
הצד צפור. עד שהכניסו למגדל של עץ, ארמאריא״ו בלע״ז, חייב, שזו הוא צידתו, אבל אם הכניסו לבית אינו נצוד בכך:
וצבי. נצוד משהכניסו לבית ונעל בפניו, אבל אם הכניסו לגינה או לחצר אין זו צידה:
ולביברין. קרפיפות המוקפים חומה שמכניסין שם חיות ונשמרים שם:
כל המחוסר צידה. שקשה לתפשו שם, כגון שאינו מגיע לו בשחיה אחת ששוחה לתפשו, והלכה כרשב״ג [דמפרש] למלתייהו דרבנן:
Mishnah Yomi FAQ
What is Mishnah Yomi?
Mishnah Yomi is a daily study program where participants study two mishnayot (individual teachings from the Mishnah) every day. By following this program, one can complete the entire Mishnah in about six years.
What is the Mishnah?
The Mishnah is the first major written collection of Jewish oral traditions, forming the basis of the Talmud. It dates back to around 200 CE and consists of teachings and discussions of Jewish law by various rabbis.
Who started the Mishnah Yomi program?
In 1934, the Kozoglover Gaon, Rav Aryeh Tzvi Frommer, who took over from Rav Meir Shapiro (the founder of Daf Yomi) as the head of Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin, initiated the Mishnah Yomi cycle, focusing on Seder Zeraim and Seder Taharos. After World War II, in 1947, Rav Yonah Sztencl, a disciple of Rav Frommer, expanded the program, advocating for a comprehensive study of Shishah Sidrei Mishnah. The idea of studying two Mishnayos daily gained the support of figures like Rav Isser Zalman Meltzer, the Tchebiner Rov, and the Gerer Rebbe, marking the formal inception of Mishnah Yomi.
How long does it take to complete the Mishnah with Mishnah Yomi?
Following the Mishnah Yomi program, one can complete the Mishnah in approximately six years.
Can anyone join Mishnah Yomi?
Yes, anyone interested in studying the Mishnah can start the Mishnah Yomi cycle. There’s no need for prior knowledge; beginners are welcome.
Do I need to know Hebrew to study Mishnah Yomi?
While the Mishnah is originally in Hebrew, there are numerous translations and commentaries available in various languages, making it accessible to anyone interested in studying.
Is there a specific time of day to study Mishnah Yomi?
There’s no designated time. Participants can choose a time that best fits their schedule.
Can I study Mishnah Yomi with a group?
Yes, many communities and synagogues organize group study sessions for Mishnah Yomi. Studying in a group can enhance understanding and foster camaraderie.
What if I miss a day?
If you miss a day, you can catch up by studying the missed mishnayot alongside the current day’s study or by dedicating some extra time until you’re back on track.
המלבן – [he bleaches] the wool and hatchels/beats it, and/or dyes it and/or spins it – for all of them are primary categories of [forbidden] labor [on the Sabbath]; their required quantity is in order that he spin from that wool a thread whose length is as far as the width of double size of a "סיט" (between the tip of the thumb and that of the index finger when held apart OR between thee root of the thumb and the tip of the index finger, when the former is leaning against the latter – see Talmud Shabbat 106a). And the "סיט" is according to the interruption that exists between the thumb to the finger – all that a person is able to widen it – and the measurement of this width is doubled – this is the double "סיט" -and the width between the thumb and the finger once – is also as far as the distance of a double "סיט" because it has double like that which is between the thumb and the [index] finger.
האורג שני חוטין – their measure/quantity is the width of the clothing as far as the "סיט" for even though he had not woven over the face of the entire width of the clothing, he is liable [for a sin-offering].